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The Life of Letters

Laura Edralin
Calligraphy
Graphology
Lettering
Community Building
Handwriting
Jane Austen
Creativity
Wedding Traditions
Typography
Signwriting
Graphic Design
Mental Health
Type Design
Arabic Calligraphy
Palaeography
Digital Art
Handwriting Analysis
Trade History
Mudlarking
Gold Leaf

A podcast on the history (and future) of calligraphy, penmanship, hand writing, lettering and much more. Hosted by me, Laura Edralin! I am on a journey to fill the gaps in my knowledge as a calligrapher, having light-hearted conversations with historians, artists, and stationery experts to discover the stories behind the pen and beneath the ink. This is for people who love the scratch of a nib on ... more

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In this episode - and epic finale to the fourth series - of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Dr. George Gazis, an expert in ancient inscriptions and Greek literature. They explore the history and evolution of writing system... more

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In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with Liz Maguire, curator of the Digital Love Letter Archive, Flea Market Love Letters. They explore the significance of handwritten letters, the evolution of letter writing, a... more

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In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Ellie Heywood about her journey into the world of lettering and calligraphy. They discuss Ellie's passion for black letter scripts, her favorite tools and tec... more

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In this episode of the Life of Letters podcast, host Laura Edralin speaks with calligrapher Nina Tran about her journey into the world of calligraphy, the importance of teaching, and the community that has formed around this art. They explore various... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. George Gazis
Associate Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University
Durham University
Episode: Evolution of Letters: What Ancient Greece and Extinct Scripts Tell Us
Liz Maguire
Creator and curator of the Digital Love Letter Archive, Flea Market Love Letters
Flea Market Love Letters
Episode: What Happens to Lost Love Letters?
Ellie Heywood
A calligrapher, lettering artist and sign writer based in the UK.
Elettr
Episode: The World of Black Letters with Elettr
Nina Tran
Calligraphy instructor based in Los Angeles who teaches various styles.
Episode: Spencerian to Stunt Roman: Exploring Scripts with Nina Tran
Michael Gutberlet
CEO of Kaweco, responsible for reviving and promoting the Kaweco brand of writing instruments.
Kaweco
Episode: The Story of Kaweco
Ellie Haywood
Calligrapher and letter artist on Instagram.
Episode: Series 4 Trailer: Explore the theme of 'Rediscovery'
David Grimes
A penmanship historian known as Mass Grimes on Instagram.
Episode: Series 4 Trailer: Explore the theme of 'Rediscovery'
Liz McGuire
Archivist running Flea Market Love Letters.
Flea Market Love Letters
Episode: Series 4 Trailer: Explore the theme of 'Rediscovery'
Maike Preißing
A German, UK-based psychologist and synesthesia artist, host of the podcast Let's Talk Synesthesia
Let's Talk Synesthesia
Episode: Synaesthesia: Seeing Letters as Colours with Maike Preißing

Host

Laura Edralin
Host and calligrapher exploring the history and future of calligraphy and related arts through engaging conversations with various experts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Interesting and relaxing talks on unique aspects of creativity

    Learning about a whole new world of creativity, and not just writing with a pen, is a very interesting topic to listen to. Laura is such an engaging host with a wonderfully calm voice who allows the guests to really open up about their craft!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monkeystyle69
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Fascinating!

    This podcast is becoming a quiet addiction for me … the stories are absolutely fascinating and Laura has such a deep knowledge and interest you really feel as though you are helping to keep an art alive when you listen to her and her guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LittleLoreMusic
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Something for everyone

    This podcast really is for everyone. Each podcast is varied and brings a different take on writing, lettering, typography, design and calligraphy in its daily use and as an art form. It discusses its development, uses and the people, history or background behind it all. I was totally intrigued by each episode and it made me want immediately look up the work of each person. It certainly makes you look at lettering, branding & handwriting in a completely different way and you notice and apprec... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maisxx1
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Comments frequently reflect a sense of curiosity and learning, as many express how the podcast broadens their understanding of calligraphy and its implications.
Listeners praise the engaging nature of discussions around creativity and art, highlighting the host's ability to facilitate open dialogues.
Positive feedback focuses on the variety of guests and topics, appealing to both casual listeners and those deeply involved in artistic crafts.

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Apple Podcasts
#180
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#35
Philippines/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#105
Switzerland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#116
Poland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#135
Ireland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#173
Norway/Arts/Visual Arts

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The World of Black Letters with Elettr
Q: What is your favourite letter of the alphabet and why?
Ellie shares her favorite letter is the lowercase g due to its versatility and character, explaining how she even created a social media page to celebrate it.
The World of Black Letters with Elettr
Q: What's been your favourite project to work on?
Ellie discusses her favorite project, a large mural for a creative studio in Leeds, which taught her valuable lessons about working on textured surfaces and favorite projects that celebrate lettering.
The World of Black Letters with Elettr
Q: How did you get into all of these art forms? What was the spark for you?
Ellie shares that her journey began with graphic design at university, where a teacher introduced her to the anatomy of type and drawing typefaces by hand, sparking her interest in lettering.
Spencerian to Stunt Roman: Exploring Scripts with Nina Tran
Q: Can you tell me what Stunt Roman is?
Nina describes Stunt Roman as showy, flashy letters inspired by Roman letters, designed for eye-catching signage.
The Story of Kaweco
Q: What is your favourite letter of the alphabet and why?
Michael reveals that his favorite letter is K, because it represents Kaweco and reflects his enjoyment of writing.

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Focused on the intriguing aspects of calligraphy and lettering, this podcast provides a deep exploration of the historical and modern significance of written communication. Through engaging conversations with artists, historians, and stationery experts, listeners uncover the stories behind calligraphy techniques, the evolution of handwriting, and the emotional weight of written words. Emphasizing creativity and personal expression, episodes span discussions on various mediums tied to writing, from traditional penmanship to digital lettering. This podcast is particularly appealing to those with a fascination for the arts and a curiosity about the cultural implications of our written language.

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Recent guests on The Life of Letters include:

1. Dr. George Gazis
2. Liz Maguire
3. Ellie Heywood
4. Nina Tran
5. Michael Gutberlet
6. Ellie Haywood
7. David Grimes
8. Liz McGuire

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